8 episodes
West Coast Ultra Podcast David Taylor
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- Health & Fitness
What happens when a middle-aged man finds a passion for running a long way?
Is he running from or to something?
What happens when he starts to geek out on some of the science, get a coach, become a coach, become more professional?
What happens to him in terms of balance and how will his running impact the other areas of his life?
What lessons are there on the way???
This is the podcast where you find all of that out with conversations that look at the experience of moving into ultramarathons, how it can be balanced, what geekery is there and lots about food.
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The Jo Findlayson Episode
Join me this week as I have a fantastic conversation with the Queen of the Largs hills, Jo Findlayson.
As we meander through the conversation we talk about:
How running was a way to keep fit - and then kept on going further and furtherGoing for a couple of loops round Millport as a longer run to helping a friend smash her Run the Blades personal best (I then worked out that was my first ultra).The slew of ultras that followed and how she recovers in betweenThe lack of privacy at Inversnaid (and her Fling experience)The rest of her year - funnily enough with a load more ultrasKit, food, balance and what kind of house to buy
I hope you enjoy. As always, if you want to connect with me then I am @davidultrarunner on Instagram.
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The Scott Williamson Episode
Another week and another of the Stewarton Ultrarunning legends takes to the mic.
This time one of the guys that was there when it all began.
In this episode, we talk to Scott about
How he ended up 'Finding Ultra' (nod to Rick Roll and Dean Karnazes)The dramatic way that Stewarton Ultrarunners was formedHis progression through the distances in some of Scotland's most iconic racesHis favourite bits of kit and going against common wisdom (@injinji anyone???)How he thinks about his mileage and training and balancing this with the other areas of his lifeHis wife's energy balls
Also, we get a toofur in this episode - 2 tips instead of just one. (time to look out for any of the spare COVID tests for that one)
Here is Scott in action in the West Highland Way race in 2019: https://youtu.be/AipHIZ5T4NU?si=YOcGiIdA1ZoR2YHj
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The Gordon McLeod Episode
What a treat we have in store for you in our first guest episode on the West Coast Ultra Podcast.
In this episode, we talk to Gordon about
His journey to running, initially as a way to lose weight and then how he got hooked on the longer stuffFrom passing out on the Roon the Toon 10k to running 100 miles (102 actually)His favourite bits of kitHow changing his diet helped him recover better, increase his speed and reduce his heart rate, while losing SIX STONE in the process!!!How he found a balance between getting the miles in that he needed to and fitting in with family life.
All that and a top tip not to be missed - in fact, it's vital you hear this. I promise that it'll make ALL of your runs that much more comfortable.
Here are some links that were discussed:
Stewarton Ultrarunners 100 mile round: https://stewartonultrarunners.wordpress.com/ and videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZF29okbBvg and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZF29okbBvg
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The How to train for an Ultramarathon Episode
This episode might just be the one that you have been waiting for.
After a short update on what I have been doing in my training for Lakeland 100 (basically lots of miles and hills) I cover:
Planning and preparation - what you need to think about and how to choose the right race for youStructure of a training plan - some of the principles that will work and thinking long termTypes of workouts and why you should do them - if you don't know about VO2max and tempo then this section is for youTraining blocks and piecing the jigsaw together - now you know all about the principles this section tells you how to piece it all together in a way that you will be able to (probably) achieve your ultrarunning goal.
there should be something in there for everyone whether you want to do it yourself or get a coach to help you.
If you are looking for a coach then this can also help ask the right questions when you are speaking with them about what you need.
Don't forget to connect on Instagram if you haven't already @davidultrarunner
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The Why You Should Run an Ultramarathon Episode
Join me and my special guest co-host for chat about why you should do an ultramarathon.
We won't be having any of that I can't or I don't want to chat here - it's all about how.
We will all about:
What actually is an ultramarathonHow had ultramarathon actually areThe different types of ultramarathonWhether I run with friends or am anti-socialDo I get bored running all the timeSome considerations for when you sign up for an ultra
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The Highland Fling Episode
Join me as I review me experience of the 2024 Highland Fling Race
Once again, just my dulcet tones - my newly recruited cohost pulled out at the last minute. Hopefully it doesn't put you off too much - I'll try and get someone else for next time
I cover
Before the race prep and trainingFirst section Milngavie to RowardennanSecond Section Rowardennan to BeinglasThe end - Beinglass to the red carpet at the finish
Also are some final thoughts in the aftermath and some lessons learned.
A bit of a ramble but there be gold in thereof you look for it, I promise.
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